Front end choices.....what do you think? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BaggedC10 · 12-21-2003, 10:37 PM

I'm debating what I want to do w/ my front end. Keep in mind, I'll be adding a Goodmark cowl induction hood too.

1. Phantom billet grille and painted bumper.

2. Stock headlight bezels, billet grille, and chrome/painted bumper.

This is the current setup.

phantom dually · 12-21-2003, 10:57 PM

Stay with what you have.

gldevall · 12-21-2003, 11:13 PM

I think we really need to see the other option also.

*1FaastC10* · 12-21-2003, 11:19 PM

i'd say go with a stock 81-82 2 headlight front end, and stock bezels. everybody has 83+ front ends, or Burb front ends. dare to be different.

BaggedC10 · 12-21-2003, 11:26 PM

Personally, I don't like the 81-82' front end at all.

Here would be my second option.

**swervin ervin** · 12-21-2003, 11:54 PM

Here's what I like, but I know a lot don't. As Jeremy said, dare to be different.

Dirty Dan · 12-22-2003, 12:22 AM

Whatever you do keep all the original stuff, in case you want to put it back on someday.

84Stepper · 12-22-2003, 12:27 AM

Personally I don't care for the phantom look, but go with whatever YOU like. Everything we do to our trucks is total fun.

87Silvy · 12-22-2003, 12:38 AM

I like it the way it is.

BaggedC10 · 12-22-2003, 01:23 AM

Hmmm.....those look better than I thought.

Let it be known, I'm building this truck for me. I want your guys' input though.

r0lf- · 12-22-2003, 02:03 AM

I didnt know Custom Trucks Unlimited was doing your work! Thats awesome, Ive been there many times.

How do you like their work?

And about the frontend, I say keep it full phantom and chrome the front bumper. Needs more bling

**swervin ervin** · 12-22-2003, 02:04 AM

Well since you asked for our input and in no way am I putting anyones ride down, but my personal preference is, I'm not wild about Phantom grilles. Everyone who has a dropped truck with square headlights is going with a Phantom. Also, the only chrome I like on my truck exterior, besides mirrors, is the front end. So a painted bumper would be not my choice. But hey, it looks cool.

This is what makes this hobby so much fun. We don't have to be like everyone else. We can do our own thing.

BaggedC10 · 12-22-2003, 02:34 AM

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Originally posted by r0lf-
I didnt know Custom Trucks Unlimited was doing your work! Thats awesome, Ive been there many times.

How do you like their work?

And about the frontend, I say keep it full phantom and chrome the front bumper. Needs more bling

The prior owner works at CSU and I found this picture on their website. I'm having the bags redone at Aftermarket Wholesale (They advertise in Street Trucks).

Mike---I agree that phantom billet grilles are too common (Exactly like my wheels!).

I'm leaning towards the stock front end with billet grille and painted bumper.

Thanks for the input guys and keep it coming!

TIMSPEED · 12-22-2003, 03:56 AM

Leave your truck's front end and rim like it is D. It looks GOOD!

low 84 · 12-22-2003, 03:13 PM

#2

TwinTurbo · 12-22-2003, 03:59 PM

I like the 83-84 front the best, with the dual headlight option and the trim painted body color

Tom · 12-22-2003, 04:00 PM

I said #1. Im all about the phantom grill look

BaggedC10 · 12-22-2003, 04:20 PM

I have decided on option 2. After looking through 100+ 73-87' pictures on my computer, 75% of them have phantom billet grilles.

Now, should I go with a chrome or painted bumper? I'm leaning towards a shaved and painted bumper.

TIMSPEED---Thanks but the wheels are going.....soon.

Grim Reaper · 12-22-2003, 06:15 PM

I like the phantom look but I question if your going to get hassled by the cops. I Want a bilet for my 88 DD burb and hauler but I don't want any hassles with the law. Looksl ike I'm going with just the center billet and the stock headlight garnishes.

Same set up BaggedC10 post a pic of.

**swervin ervin** · 12-22-2003, 06:31 PM

I've never been a fan of painted bumpers. Our bumpers are too big and stick out. If there was a way of using a smaller, less noticable bumper it may look great painted. I think being the way they are, chrome looks better. I've pondered the idea of a shaved and rechromed bumper myself. I know though it's a lot of money to invest in a bumper, but hey, it's only money, right?

It's all these details that make a so so truck into a winner. I've got a long way to go with mine to get anywhere close to a winner.

Mike

C&C Chevy · 12-22-2003, 08:06 PM

I'd get a chrome bumper too. That's ME. Like the others have said, do what YOU like!

BaggedC10 · 12-22-2003, 11:28 PM

I'm split on painted bumpers. Some trucks look great w/ them and others don't. I think my truck looks so-so w/ it painted.

houston6 · 12-23-2003, 12:12 AM

I like the 1st one but instead of the painted bumper maybe you could go with a front rollpan they look awsome own our trucks atleast i think so

Ric83 · 12-26-2003, 06:10 PM

IMO, if you decided on option #2, then the chrome bumper would look good on there.

rogf4 · 12-27-2003, 12:57 AM

Hey guys whats your opinon on 91 dually or sub rad. support with the side by side head lights with billet grille

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12-21-2003, 11:13 PM	#3
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	I think we really need to see the other option also. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

12-21-2003, 11:26 PM	#5
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Personally, I don't like the 81-82' front end at all. Here would be my second option. Attached Images __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

12-21-2003, 11:54 PM	#6
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Here's what I like, but I know a lot don't. As Jeremy said, dare to be different. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

12-22-2003, 12:22 AM	#7
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12-21-2003, 10:37 PM	#1
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Front end choices.....what do you think? I'm debating what I want to do w/ my front end. Keep in mind, I'll be adding a Goodmark cowl induction hood too. 1. Phantom billet grille and painted bumper. 2. Stock headlight bezels, billet grille, and chrome/painted bumper. This is the current setup. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold Last edited by BaggedC10; 12-22-2003 at 02:25 AM.

12-21-2003, 10:57 PM	#2
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12-21-2003, 11:19 PM	#4
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	i'd say go with a stock 81-82 2 headlight front end, and stock bezels. everybody has 83+ front ends, or Burb front ends. dare to be different.

12-22-2003, 12:27 AM	#8
84Stepper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Edmond, Oklahoma Posts: 425	Here's mine. Personally I don't care for the phantom look, but go with whatever YOU like. Everything we do to our trucks is total fun. Attached Images __________________ 84 Chevy Stepside, 350, TH350, 268h Comp cam, Hooker headers, MSD Pro Billet, Edelbrock Performer manifold and 1604 carb, 40 Series Flowmasters dumped, and Western Chassis 3/5 drop w/ c notch. New 3:73 Eaton Posi

12-22-2003, 12:38 AM	#9
87Silvy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Texas Posts: 326	I like it the way it is. __________________ 1987 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Chevrolet Silverado

12-22-2003, 01:23 AM	#10
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Hmmm.....those look better than I thought. Let it be known, I'm building this truck for me. I want your guys' input though. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

12-22-2003, 02:03 AM	#11
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	I didnt know Custom Trucks Unlimited was doing your work! Thats awesome, Ive been there many times. How do you like their work? And about the frontend, I say keep it full phantom and chrome the front bumper. Needs more bling __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

12-22-2003, 02:04 AM	#12
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Well since you asked for our input and in no way am I putting anyones ride down, but my personal preference is, I'm not wild about Phantom grilles. Everyone who has a dropped truck with square headlights is going with a Phantom. Also, the only chrome I like on my truck exterior, besides mirrors, is the front end. So a painted bumper would be not my choice. But hey, it looks cool. This is what makes this hobby so much fun. We don't have to be like everyone else. We can do our own thing.

12-22-2003, 03:56 AM	#14
TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	Leave your truck's front end and rim like it is D. It looks GOOD! __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

12-22-2003, 03:13 PM	#15
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12-22-2003, 03:59 PM	#16
TwinTurbo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 994	I like the 83-84 front the best, with the dual headlight option and the trim painted body color

12-22-2003, 04:00 PM	#17
Tom driving is in my blood Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 5,748	I said #1. Im all about the phantom grill look __________________ -78 c10 short/step: 388cid, M20, 5/5 drop, lots more. Playtoy and first vehicle. -98 c1500 x-cab: 5.7L, 17" rims, 5/6 drop, flowmaster, helper bags,NBS rear disk brakes. -02 Suburban 4x4: leveled front -CBR600F4i, CBR600RR, CBR1000RR, and standup skis DISCLAIMER: I cant spell for the life of me.

12-22-2003, 04:20 PM	#18
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	I have decided on option 2. After looking through 100+ 73-87' pictures on my computer, 75% of them have phantom billet grilles. Now, should I go with a chrome or painted bumper? I'm leaning towards a shaved and painted bumper. TIMSPEED---Thanks but the wheels are going.....soon. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

12-22-2003, 06:15 PM	#19
Grim Reaper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,704	I like the phantom look but I question if your going to get hassled by the cops. I Want a bilet for my 88 DD burb and hauler but I don't want any hassles with the law. Looksl ike I'm going with just the center billet and the stock headlight garnishes. Same set up BaggedC10 post a pic of. __________________ Grim-Reaper 70 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible, worlds longest resto in progress Looking for 71-72 2wd Blazer or Jimmy Project

12-22-2003, 06:31 PM	#20
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	I've never been a fan of painted bumpers. Our bumpers are too big and stick out. If there was a way of using a smaller, less noticable bumper it may look great painted. I think being the way they are, chrome looks better. I've pondered the idea of a shaved and rechromed bumper myself. I know though it's a lot of money to invest in a bumper, but hey, it's only money, right? It's all these details that make a so so truck into a winner. I've got a long way to go with mine to get anywhere close to a winner. Mike

12-22-2003, 08:06 PM	#21
C&C Chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Midwest City, OK Posts: 1,001	I'd get a chrome bumper too. That's ME. Like the others have said, do what YOU like! __________________ Robert Current: 1986 SWB Silverado 4.3 / TH400 Past: 1985 SWB Silverado 305 / TH350 - sold 1995 1987 1/2 ton Silverado - FI 350 / 700R4 sold 2007

12-22-2003, 11:28 PM	#22
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	I'm split on painted bumpers. Some trucks look great w/ them and others don't. I think my truck looks so-so w/ it painted. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

12-23-2003, 12:12 AM	#23
houston6 Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: north wilkesboro nc Posts: 221	I like the 1st one but instead of the painted bumper maybe you could go with a front rollpan they look awsome own our trucks atleast i think so __________________ Scott

12-26-2003, 06:10 PM	#24
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	IMO, if you decided on option #2, then the chrome bumper would look good on there. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

12-27-2003, 12:57 AM	#25
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	Hey guys whats your opinon on 91 dually or sub rad. support with the side by side head lights with billet grille

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